Articles
Research on the Crushing of Reinforced Concrete Two-Way Slabs by Pulse Power Discharge Technology
Author(s) Xinxin Lin, ,Fei Yang, Youwei Liu and Yang Abstract The application of pulse power discharge (PPD) technology in the crushing and dismantling of concrete structures has characteristics related to both green and environmental protection, as well as safety and...
Enhancing sustainability in concrete construction: A comprehensive review of plastic waste as an aggregate material
Author(s) Hussein M. Hamada, , Alyaa Al-Attar, Farid Abed, Salmia Beddu, Ali M. Humada, Ali Majdi, Salim. Yousif, Blessen Skariah Thomas Abstract With the proliferation of the population and the evolution of lifestyles, the issue of plastic waste has emerged...
Preparation and Performance Evaluation of Warm-Mixed Epoxy Asphalt Ultrathin Overlay by Post-Doping Method
Author(s) Fei Chen, Zhaohui Min, Mingyue Li, Zhiyong Shi, Yingqin Zhao and Jiliang Feng Abstract Post-doping construction technology overcomes the difficulties of demanding construction requirements of warm-mix epoxy asphalt mixture (EAM) that limit its...
Shear Behavior of Bamboo-Reinforced Sulfur Concrete Beams Using Martian Soil Simulant
Description This episode unveils the potential of using bamboo and Martian soil to revolutionise construction on Mars. Discover how this innovative approach offers sustainable solutions for future Martian habitats. Join us on GCOportal.com for a journey beyond the...
Shear Behavior of Bamboo-Reinforced Sulfur Concrete Beams Using Martian Soil Simulant
Author(s) Matthew Soltani, Ph.D., P.E., Mitchell Thiel and Patrick Fishburne Abstract Mars colonization signifies the upcoming frontier in space exploration and construction. Leveraging materials native to Mars presents a sustainable strategy for building...
Innovative Asphalt Pavement Repair: The Prefabricated Flexible Ultrathin Overlay
Description Discover the future of asphalt pavement repair with our latest GCO Podcast episode. Join us as we delve into a groundbreaking study on a prefabricated flexible ultrathin overlay, designed to mend reticulation cracks swiftly while enhancing skid...
Innovative Treatment of Crack Defects and Skid Resistant Deficiencies in Old Asphalt Pavement Using a Prefabricated Flexible Ultrathin Overlay
Author(s) Qiqi Tan, Hongzhou Zhu, Hongduo Zhao, Ning Zhao, Song Yang, and Xiaosi Yang Abstract This study aims to develop a prefabricated flexible ultrathin overlay that can quickly and effectively repair cracks, particularly reticulation cracks, in old asphalt...
Effect of Paraffin Oil Nanoemulsion as a Hydrophobic Modifier on Cement Paste Workability and Hydration
Description Explore the innovative study on enhancing cement with Paraffin Oil Nanoemulsion for hydrophobicity and workability, published by ASCE and featured on GCO Podcast. Dive into groundbreaking civil engineering advancements with Menghan Jiang, Keren Zheng, Hao...
Effect of Paraffin Oil Nanoemulsion as a Hydrophobic Modifier on Cement Paste Workability and Hydration
Author(s) Menghan Jiang, Keren Zheng, Hao Yao, and Ghimire Prateek Abstract How to realize hydrophobic modification of the capillary wall of cement-based materials is still a challenge. The hydrophobic modifier in the emulsion type is more promising than the...